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The Anti-Kickback Statute is a United States federal criminal statute that prohibits the exchange (or the promise to exchange) of anything of value for referrals of federal healthcare program business. The... more +
The Anti-Kickback Statute is a United States federal criminal statute that prohibits the exchange (or the promise to exchange) of anything of value for referrals of federal healthcare program business. The statute aims to prevent situations where government officials channel federal healthcare dollars towards particular providers, who have offered or given the official a personal benefit. Penalties for violation of the Anti-Kickback statute apply to both sides of a prohibited transaction and can include jail time and steep monetary fines. less -
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Navigating Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) in 2025: A Snapshot Guide for Medical Practices

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In today’s healthcare environment, compliance with federal regulations is more than a legal necessity—it’s a cornerstone of ethical and sustainable practice management. Two of the most critical laws that medical practices...more

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Ep. 63 – Speaking Fees and Safe Harbors: Lessons from a $202M AKS Settlement

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In April, a pharmaceutical manufacturer agreed to pay a $202 million settlement to resolve allegations of Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS) violations. At the heart of the case were speaker programs, where physicians and...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - July 21st - 24th, Nashville, TN

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Grounded in the OIG’s General Compliance Program Guidance and DOJ’s Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs, our immersive, three-and-a-half-day, classroom-style Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy equips compliance...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Speaker Program Settlement Highlights Compliance Risks for Life Sciences Companies

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On April 29, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) announced a $202 million civil False Claims Act (FCA) settlement with Gilead based on allegations that the company’s speaker program...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - March 24th - 27th, Chicago, IL

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Ideal for practitioners who want to build strong foundational knowledge of compliance program management in a healthcare setting and how to apply that knowledge in practice. Attendees will come away better prepared to...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Physician Practice Private Equity Transactions – A Refresher

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All indications appear to point toward a robust market for health care mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the coming year. Inflation — finally — appears to be easing. With that, we may continue to see interest rate cuts from...more

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The Emergency Room—The Front Door to the Hospital (Fraud Schemes)?

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Fraud related to hospital services – both inpatient and outpatient – has led to over $511 million in damages and hundreds of millions of dollars in False Claims Act (FCA) settlements over the past 15 years. The ER has been...more

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EnforceMintz — 2024’s Key False Claims Act Settlements Involving Hospitals and Health Systems: Continued Focus on Stark Law and...

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In 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) resolved several noteworthy False Claims Act (FCA) cases against hospitals and health systems. In particular, DOJ obtained a number of large recoveries in cases where Stark Law and...more

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Second Circuit Expands Anti-Kickback Statute Liability: “At Least One Purpose” is Enough

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In a significant ruling, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals recently expanded the scope of the Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS).The Court joined other circuit courts across the country in adopting, for the first time, the...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - January 27th - 30th, Orlando, FL

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Ideal for practitioners who want to build strong foundational knowledge of compliance program management in a healthcare setting and how to apply that knowledge in practice. Attendees will come away better prepared to...more

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Understanding IRS Encouragement of PLRs for Healthcare Entities and Assessing Healthcare Corporate and Tax Structure For Tax...

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The IRS has recently been urging healthcare entities, particularly those involving physicians and private investors, to seek private letter rulings (PLRs) to clarify the tax implications of their ownership structures. This...more

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Let’s Talk Compliance: Physician Compensation Plans and Recent Trends in Physician Compensation 2024

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As part of our work with clients and preparing for Let’s Talk Compliance events, we often notice trends through the questions we receive. The following physician compensation compliance topics are currently trending....more

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How Certificate of Need Reform Is Impacting Ambulatory Surgery Centers and What it Means for Your Business

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Recent Certificate of Need (CON) reform will likely lead to increased activity in ambulatory surgery center (ASC) transactions and expansion. As we covered in a Parker Poe webinar this week, North Carolina, South Carolina,...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - December 9th - 12th, San Diego, CA

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Ideal for practitioners who want to build strong foundational knowledge of compliance program management in a healthcare setting and how to apply that knowledge in practice. Attendees will come away better prepared to...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - November 18th - 21st, Boston, MA

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Ideal for practitioners who want to build strong foundational knowledge of compliance program management in a healthcare setting and how to apply that knowledge in practice. Attendees will come away better prepared to...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Virtual Event] Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop - December 2nd - 5th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT

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Learn the key principles of compliance - no travel required! If you’re new to or have minimal experience in compliance management don’t miss this opportunity to build the foundational knowledge you need! HCCA’s four-day...more

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Event in Review: Private Equity Investment in Healthcare

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Investment in the healthcare industry requires careful consideration, as it involves numerous distinct areas of the law. Venable's Private Equity Investment in Healthcare webinar series explores the unique issues and timely...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

Due diligence and physician financial arrangements

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Conducting due diligence for physician and provider compensation arrangements during a healthcare transaction is critical for the acquirer. Appropriate due diligence is necessary, regardless of whether the transaction is a...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - August 19th - 22nd, Washington, DC

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This three-and-a-half-day, classroom-style learning experience is designed for compliance professionals ready to advance their career by mastering the fundamentals of compliance program management in a healthcare setting....more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Virtual Event] Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop - August 5th - 8th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT

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Learn the key principles of compliance - no travel required! If you’re new to or have minimal experience in compliance management don’t miss this opportunity to build the foundational knowledge you need! HCCA’s four-day...more

Dentons

Ep. 12 - Working with Valuation Experts to Substantiate Fair Market Value Compensation

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We often work with valuation experts to ensure compensation payments between healthcare organizations and physicians are fair market value and commercially reasonable for purposes of compliance with the Stark Law and the...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Basic Healthcare Compliance Academy - July 15th - 18th, Charlotte, NC

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Designed for professionals with some compliance knowledge and experience, HCCA’s Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy is ideal for practitioners who are ready to support, enhance, and oversee a comprehensive compliance program...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - July 15th - 18th, Charlotte, NC

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Designed for professionals with some compliance knowledge and experience, HCCA’s Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy is ideal for practitioners who are ready to support, enhance, and oversee a comprehensive compliance program...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Event] Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy - June 3rd - 6th, New Orleans, LA

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Designed for professionals with some compliance knowledge and experience, HCCA’s Healthcare Basic Compliance Academy is ideal for practitioners who are ready to support, enhance, and oversee a comprehensive compliance program...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

In Biggest Stark-Based FCA Settlement Ever, Indiana Hospital Pays $345M, Has Unusual CIA

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Community Health Network (CHN) in Indiana has agreed to pay $345 million to settle false claims allegations that it paid over-the-top salaries to hundreds of physicians and rewarded them for their referrals in violation of...more

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